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Dr. Rachel Sewell, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Palo Alto, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sewell, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Rachel Sewell, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sewell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sewell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sewell’s office at (650) 497-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Sewell speak?

    Dr. Sewell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sewell typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Sewell diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sewell. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sewell typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Sewell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sewell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sewell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sewell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sewell accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Sewell in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sewell's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Sewell's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    Dr. Rachel Sewell's Practice 2

    291 Campus Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sewell affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sewell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
    Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
    Childrens Nebraska,Omaha, NE

    What is Dr. Sewell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sewell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982101077.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sewell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sewell

    What is Dr. Rachel Sewell's specialty?

    Dr. Sewell is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Palo Alto, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Rachel Sewell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sewell is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rachel Sewell accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Sewell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Sewell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sewell's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Sewell?

    Please contact Dr. Sewell's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sewell's office located?

    Dr. Sewell's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA and Stanford, CA.